Carroll Roberson is a Southern Gospel/Country sound musician and has an Elv… Read Full Bio ↴Carroll Roberson is a Southern Gospel/Country sound musician and has an Elvis Presley gospel sound to his voice. Has many albums, inc. 'Memories of the Galilean; A Wonderful Life; Just For Him; It's Who You Know; His Hand in Mine; I'll Sing For Him; Here I Am; He's Real;' and many more.

The Twelve Days of Christmas
Carroll Roberson Lyrics

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On the first day of Christmas
Jesus gave to me
Salvation full and free

On the second day of Christmas
Jesus gave to me
Everlasting life
And salvation full and free

On the third day of Christmas
Jesus gave to me
Peace in my heart
Everlasting life
And salvation full and free

On the fourth day of Christmas
Jesus gave to me
Love for all men
Peace in my heart
Everlasting life
And salvation full and free

On the fifth day of Christmas
Jesus gave to me
Joy for my soul
Love for all men
Peace in my heart
Everlasting life
And salvation full and free

On the sixth day of Christmas
Jesus gave to me
Power from on high
Joy for my soul
Love for all men
Peace in my heart
Everlasting life
And salvation full and free

On the seventh day of Christmas
Jesus gave to me
A body glorified
Power from on high
Joy for my soul
Love for all men
Peace in my heart
Everlasting life
And salvation full and free

On the eighth day of Christmas
Jesus gave to me
A robe and a crown
A body glorified
Power from on high
Joy for my soul
Love for all men
Peace in my heart
Everlasting life
And salvation full and free

On the ninth day of Christmas
Jesus gave to me
Mansions above
A robe and a crown
A body glorified
Power from on high
Joy for my soul
Love for all men
Peace in my heart
Everlasting life
And salvation full and free

On the tenth day of Christmas
Jesus gave to me
Streets of pure gold
Mansions above
A robe and a crown
A body glorified
Power from on high
Joy for my soul
Love for all men
Peace in my heart
Everlasting life
And salvation full and free

On the eleventh day of Christmas
Jesus gave to me (a thousand songs to sing)
A thousand songs to sing
Streets of pure gold
Mansions above
A robe and a crown
A body glorified
Power from on high
Joy for my soul
Love for all men
Peace in my heart
Everlasting life
And salvation full and free

On the twelfth day of Christmas
Jesus gave to me
Eternity to praise
A thousand songs to sing
Streets of pure gold
Mansions above
A robe and a crown
A body glorified
Power from on high
Joy for my soul
Love for all men
Peace in my heart

Everlasting life
And salvation full and free

Overall Meaning

Carroll Roberson's "The Twelve Days of Christmas" is a Christian-themed adaptation of the traditional Christmas song. In this version, Jesus is depicted as the giver of gifts that are eternal and spiritual. The song highlights the religious significance of Christmas beyond the secular festivities. Each day of Christmas, Jesus gives the singer a different gift that leads up to the ultimate gift of eternity to spend praising God.

The lyrics of the song illustrate the Christian belief in salvation, everlasting life, peace, love, joy, power, and glory that come from faith in Jesus. The gifts described in the song represent the blessings that Christians receive through Jesus Christ. The repetition of phrases and the addition of new gifts each day create a sense of anticipation and build-up as the narrative progresses. The song culminates in the idea that the ultimate gift is not material or temporary but is the promise of an eternal life of praise and worship.

This song reflects the significance of spiritual values and beliefs that are often overshadowed by the materialism of Christmas celebrations. It is a reminder of the true meaning of Christmas, not just the exchange of material gifts but the celebration of a divine gift that brings hope, joy, and love. Thus, "The Twelve Days of Christmas" can be seen as a devotional song that celebrates the spiritual side of Christmas festivities.

Line by Line Meaning

On the first day of Christmas
At the beginning of this celebration

Jesus gave to me
Jesus provided for me

Salvation full and free
The opportunity to obtain everlasting life without payment

Everlasting life
Life that never ends

And salvation full and free
The chance to avoid the consequences of sin at no cost

Peace in my heart
Inner calm and tranquility

Love for all men
Unconditional affection for humanity

Joy for my soul
Deep happiness and contentment of my spirit

Power from on high
Divine energy and strength

A body glorified
A transformed, perfect human body

A robe and a crown
Symbols of honor and authority

Mansions above
Beautiful, heavenly dwellings

Streets of pure gold
Roads composed of flawless, priceless material

A thousand songs to sing
Abundant reasons to praise and worship God

Eternity to praise
Infinitely long time to honor God

Writer(s): Danny Jones, Carroll Roberson

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01The Wonder of Christmas2:32

02Wise Men Follow Him2:29

03It's Better to Give Than to Receive2:49

04Christmas Is for Children3:25

05Silent Night4:07

06Have a Wonderful Christmas2:06

07The Twelve Days of Christmas5:20

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08Mary's Little Boy Child3:36

09Every Day Can Be Just Like Christmas2:22

10All Because of Christmas2:21

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Danny Day

7y↑4

THE REAL TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
On the first day of Christmas, JESUS gave to me Salvation full and free.

On the second day of Christmas, JESUS gave to me Everlasting life,
and Salvation full and free.

On the third day of Christmas, JESUS gave to m
e Peace in my Heart,
Everlasting Life, and Salvation full and free.

On the fourth day of Christmas, JESUS gave to me Love for all men;
Peace in my heart, Everlasting life, and Salvation full and free.

On the fifth day of Christmas, JESUS gave to me Joy for my soul,
Love for all men, Peace in my heart, Everlasting Life, and Salvation
full and free.

On the sixth day of Christmas, JESUS gave to me Power from on high,
Joy for my soul, Love for all men, Peace in my heart, Everlasting
Life, and Salvation full and free.

On the seventh day of Christmas, JESUS gave to me A Body Glorified,
Power from on high, Joy for my soul, Love for all men, Peace in my
heart, Everlasting Life, and Salvation full and free.

On the eighth day of Christmas, JESUS gave to me A Robe and a Crown,
A Body Glorified, Power from on high, Joy for my soul, Love for all
men, Peace in my heart, Everlasting Life, and Salvation full and free.

On the ninth day of Christmas, JESUS gave to me Mansions above, A
Robe and a Crown, A body Glorified, Power from on high, Joy for my
soul, Love for all men, Peace in my heart, Everlasting Life, and
Salvation full and free.

On the tenth day of Christmas, JESUS gave to me Streets of pure
gold, Mansions above, A Robe and a Crown, A Body Glorified, Power
from on high, Joy for my soul, Love for all men, Peace in my heart,
Everlasting Life, and Salvation full and free.

On the eleventh day of Christmas, JESUS gave to me A thousand songs
to sing, Streets of pure gold, Mansions above, A Robe and a Crown, A
Body Glorified, Power from on high, Joy for my soul, Love for all
men, Peace in my heart, Everlasting Life, and Salvation full and free.

On the twelfth day of Christmas, JESUS gave to me
Eternity that's free
A thousand songs to sing,
Streets of pure gold,
Mansions above,
A Robe and A Crown,
A Body Glorified,
Power from on high,
Joy for my soul,
Love for all men,
Peace in my heart,
Everlasting life
and Salvation full and free!

All comments from YouTube:

Clark Ward

4y↑4

outstanding and anointed! I could feel the Spirit of God in this!

Niki Miranda

6y↑3

This brought tears to eyes! Thank you Lord!

Danny Day

7y↑4

Robert Carter

8y↑4

This is awesome I am reduced to tears.

Duane

10y↑4

I like the idea of celebrating Christmas for twelve days. We just finished the Advent Season, and now twelve reasons (one each day) to celebrate the birth of Christ. I'm not hung up on the date nor the traditions of Christmas (though they are fun). It's how Christmas applies to our daily lives that concerns me most. So here are twelve reasons to celebrate Christ. I'm going to focus on one-a-day meanings, thanks to this carol. Anyone else have a way to celebrate the Twelve Days of Christmas (25th to Jan 6th)?